consolidation (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /kənˌsɒlɪˈdeɪʃn/

Definition

The action or process of combining several things into one.

Examples

• The consolidation of the two banks created a financial giant.

• We are working on the consolidation of our various departments.

• The consolidation of power in the hands of a few leaders worried the citizens.

How to Use consolidation

consolidation of (prepositional phrase)

Combining or strengthening something. — "The consolidation of the empire took many years."

Synonyms of consolidation

Words with a similar meaning to consolidation:

• merger
• amalgamation
• integration
• unification

Antonyms of consolidation

Words with the opposite meaning to consolidation:

• division
• fragmentation

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